V2E15: Moving In and Rolling Out

[@rfoxyou]

I'm so glad that KZbin suggested this video. I'm going to check out all of your videos. Liked and subscribed.

[@elizabethetienne1595]

You are awesome! Super cool vidéo. With that beautiful wood system I see beautiful wood drawers instead of the plastic cargo boxes.

[@2fast65]

Great video my mom is a 20 year breast cancer survivor I think it is all in the heart of the person keep a good outlook and It will work out great video thanks have a good night be safe.

[@venture4wd]

Thank you very much, and best wishes to your mom. Such admirable strength!

[@woof3598]

felt like checking out some of the old trips today, brings back memories from when I first found Chris's channel

[@NSD2327]

do we ever find out what happened between him and jennifer or is she just kinda not mentioned after a certain point. I've watched some of his most recent videos and he mentioned another woman who I assume wasnt jennifer so seeing this after those videos was....kinda sad, in a way?

[@shayneb3327]

Love the Davis/Thomas area. The Douglas falls are breathtaking anytime of the year. I visit the area several times a year. Thanks for sharing

[@venture4wd]

I absolutely agree. As I've traveled around the country, there are only a small handful of places that feel like home. That area is one of them!

[@johndiaz7240]

The Goose Gear kit came out better than I thought. You really now have a home in your Jeep.Good to see your truck is reliable.You shared good info thanks.

[@JenniferLangille]

Oh hun... thank you for the love, love! How is it that even when you head south, you STILL find winter... granted if it keeps snowing in New York Monty is going to need a snorkel!

[@alexanderweaver8650]

You are one incredibly wonderful person! I love the episodes with both you, Chris and, of course, Monty. Chris seems to thrive when you are around, just a little more pep in his step. However, I cannot blame him. I sincerely hope all of your goals are met and that you and Chris have your dreams come true.

[@dustinprice9659]

Really like the new shelving and compartments in your jeep! I also really liked the creative camera angle when you were cooking where the camera was in the top pointing down!

[@venture4wd]

Thanks, Dustin! That's one of my favorite interior angles. It really gives you a feel for the space!

[@emu4wd]

What a beautiful place West Virginia. Enjoying your series while it’s a very warm 38c in sunny Sydney Australia

[@venture4wd]

Ohhhh... I am so jealous. :)

[@timweimar8768]

Great video Chris, new system looks great. Lovin the skottle action. Can't wait to hear your plans for coming out west!! Thanks for sharing.

[@venture4wd]

Thanks, Tim! Glad you enjoyed!

[@elizabethetienne1595]

You take THE best videos! As a former pro photographer I really enjoy your caméra positions snd set up shots. Really lovely. As an interior designer who just launched a hero decor company I want to design your hero interior with curtains and cool orange snd black decor!

[@Overland_History]

I donated $25 to Jennifer’s cause, and I’m not posting that here to be self-congratulatory, I’m posting it here because my Mother beat Breast Cancer after a Double Mastectomy, so I’d also like to encourage everyone to please donate. Chances are, Cancer has touched just about everyone’s lives, whether that’s a family member, friend, colleague or acquaintance. Fuck cancer, FIGHT!! ❤️❤️❤️ Anyways, excellent video as always, Christo! Hope to see you down in Bedford soon! 👍🏻😎

[@JenniferLangille]

My heart... thank you! Also, not sure where you are located, or if our travels will criss-cross this year, but we are hoping to connect with members of this community who may be impacted. If you wouldn't mind meeting up, here's the submission form and would love to make that happen: www.photosthatunite.com/share-your-story I'll follow-up via email thank you as well! x

[@Overland_History]

Jennifer Langille Thank you Jennifer! I will follow up with you via email!

[@kirk189]

Just found you a few weeks ago and have watched all your vids, I really really enjoy them and am local to you. All the best and look forward to your future adventures

[@robertb1742]

Your jeep is awesome bud. I can’t wait to get mine so I can do the same.

[@shawngreenwood7825]

Love what you have done with your Jeep, as a Jeep liberty owner I can relate. I however would have gone with the standard covering. Still the finish is beauty and you now have something different. Keep up the great vlogs, I look forward to each video.

[@DM-pc4vs]

One MUST organize and tie down equipment in preparation for an accident. Imagine heavy items crashing forward into the front seats. Think rollover as well. Also have your vital documents and other items (cell phone, wallet, etc) always secure in a daypack next to driver seat (even that secured down) so you can 'grab and go' after the accident without searching. Love your Jeep.

[@DM-pc4vs]

I also wear a protective helmet when driving on highways with 16 wheelers - that's extreme but will keep my brain matter inside my skull. Not kidding here.

[@thomasrsunday8945]

Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@venture4wd]

You're quite welcome. Thanks for following along, Thomas!

[@99bounz]

Love you Chris, you are a good mankind and a good role model

[@JenniferLangille]

I would like to second you on that one Gunnar!

[@louiecobarrubio3482]

You are becoming my New HERO! awesome Job!

[@kudraadk]

To help keep the totes from sliding get some shelf liner from a hardware store. It looks like thin rubber mesh and it really grips. Awesome videos by the way. I have been enjoying your adventures.

[@venture4wd]

Thanks! I will likely do what you suggest!

[@zswrestler1401]

The purple fiddle is a nice place to eat. The local 304 Jeep club goes down there to off-road around there and black water falls. Myself and the girlfriend are getting ready to go to Alaska . I’ll have to look around your videos and take some of your ideas.

[@vincedechellis5594]

Where all did you spend your nights while in Davis, Thomas, Douglas WV?? I know there are some spots around Black Waterfalls SP.. Thanks for Sharing

[@johnnybio1]

sorry if i post this question to soon of if i had missed it but when you talked about the heat and reflective i was thinking why not get a Mr. buddy heater not saying to run it all night but might help

[@hbalseiro]

I think he mentioned a Webasto being too expensive, but a Mr Buddy Heater would be cheap and I think it takes the same propane canisters as the stove... Seems like a good idea to me, especially in that kind of weather, but given that he opens the windows when he runs the stove, he may not be comfortable with a propane heater.

[@Harleyglide03]

I love what you have done to the interior. Keeping the wood....wood....is really sharp. It makes it brighter on the inside. Reflectix. You can never have too much. Securing the load. I HIGHLY recommend that you look up a company called Stroud Safety, stroud safety.com. They custom make safety nets, (think NASCAR drivers door net). Custom made to color, shape, you name it. They are not very expensive. Get 1 or 2 of them in a couple of different sizes. Once you have one, you will NEVER figure out how you lived with out one. JEEP ON!!!!

[@MilesB]

Yeah buddy! Nice setup man!!! J30 #221 checking in... Enjoy!

[@venture4wd]

Thanks! Awesome, Miles! #182 here. Cheers!

[@jorgelrod]

Hey Chris, just started watching the video, haven't finished but I would recommend relocating the snatch strap from the rear compartment to under the passenger seat. if you ever get stuck in mud or something in the like. it would suck to have to take your bins out and put them in the mud to get to the snatch strap. Jut my $.02

[@venture4wd]

I'm absolutely with ya, Jorge. In fact, my strap has been under the seat for the past two years for that very reason! I only needed it once, so this relocation is a calculated risk. I know it's going to be a pain when I eventually do need it. I appreciate your suggestion. :)

[@lanceguilin]

Hi Chris. You convinced me.. I just placed an order for a 8pc Easy Stretch Cord Multi-pack of the perfect bungee. Too bad you don't have a referral link or code posted. I would have been happy to use it. Happy trails!

[@JoshuaJayVlogs]

Would you be able to sleep on the goose gear plate the 60 split part if you had some other spot to store your gear?

[@KaotiKTrendZ]

Just an idea to keep you from running ahead to place a camera and then go back to get it after your drive by footage. If your budget allows, a DJI Drone would be perfect. Could fly it to the area you like, land it and face camera toward your oncoming direction, then after you park just fly it back to you. Plus could help scout an area you might not be sure of before you drive down the path. Just a thought, good luck with adventures!

[@MrDaveB123]

Good idea

[@ziggy6313]

Great trip thanks for sharing

[@venture4wd]

Thank you, Karen. Glad you enjoyed!

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Keep em coming. Great video.

[@rgrafite22]

What you need is a slide out drawer system for your fridge and a stove from A/T kitchen systems.

[@luvenstefan]

Why you have no hot airheater what use fule from the tank installed ?? Beste regards Stefan Europe/Norway

[@jenniferduclett749]

Stefan Luven That would be a good option for Chris. We put one in our Sprinter.

[@MrPerry61]

If your front passenger seat would fold forward and flat, you could attach a hard flat surface and gain a shelf space till the seat is needed. just a thought

[@scottarceneaux7745]

I like your video's.Just my two cents.The small buddy heater.It would keep you warm in any temp.

[@SheGotHelicopters]

New setup looks nicely organized. I had thought the GooseGear access doors had locks on them, but now it looks like that's not the case - can you confirm?

[@stevenday8267]

I think you need more than a bungie strap to hold gear in any sort of traffic accident.

[@venture4wd]

I agree wholeheartedly, Steven. I'm going to continue to work on improving this.

[@jaymanxxxx]

I use light ratchet straps and tie down milk crates they don't move when bouncing up a hill.

[@mrkmdz]

Agree. I would definitely use ratchet straps, or at least cam-buckle straps, to secure gear.

[@Lee-gc2mq]

i saw you using the bungee cords to keep the bin from moving into the rest of the area have you thought about using a cargo curtain rugged ridge makes one so there must be a really cheap version out there i use one to keep my dog in the back of my jeep.

[@brianperticari]

You should link to the bungee website. Those things are awesome.

[@venture4wd]

Thanks! I will make it a point to do so. I love their bungees! bihlerflex.com/

[@OVRLNDX]

Take care my friend!

[@kja2ja]

How is the temp inside the camper? Would you say it is more like 2 seasons tent? feel like it is not warm enough unless you layer up. But overall, love you setup :)

[@orangepowerguy]

Interested in what other work do you do?

[@OverlandTT]

How are you liking the flooring installation? any creaks or rattles?

[@Kenwaldek]

I would put my clothes in dry bags, so dirt and water cant get to it. Thanks for sharing

[@Matt.Hagens]

Any reason why you don’t have a winch? Love your videos btw. Very inspirational!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

After loading your jeep up, do you wish you had a went with the normal bed liner type covering of the wood, I am wondering if it is sliding all around when you are driving.? I really like the looks of this system, looks like it would be a perfect answer to folks who feel they don't have enough room in the jeep for the dogs and packing enough gear for a weekend trip or a long road trip. I really like it. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a blessed week my friend. What did you do with the big kicker box rear speaker you had, did you just remove it totally? Mine didn't come with one and I added the complete kicker system to my jeep, I have replaced all the speakers with kicker speakers and have the two amp system and 10" sub Kicker makes for our jeeps. I cant live with out it but it does take up some rear storage room. Keep up the fun videos my friend.

[@michaelcook5233]

Chris - im lovin the vids and vlog u have going on, its great inspiration for my JK here in Aus. I do worry about hiding away your recovery gear. Shouldnt this be one of the most easy accessable items?

[@venture4wd]

Thanks, Michael! I’ve been carefully considering this too, and tested accessibility just this morning. I actually need to remove very few items to reach the compartment; just my stove, camp chair, and awning room bag. This is a considerable improvement from before I installed the platform system! I agree it should be easy to access, and in the event of technical terrain, I’d likely ready my recovery gear in advance.

[@brewbarb]

Great video. I'm glad you finally got the Goose Gear installed. You made it look easy. I am still waiting for my Goose Gear to arrive. Since you are heading West is it safe to assume that you will be at Expo in May? It would be great to meet you there.

[@huskymoto9207]

What is the hard tent ontop. Called please

[@pathfindergeorgia1117]

Hey where did you purchase the goose gear plate system from and what was the cost.

[@JeepingNet]

How do you keep your camera batteries from freezing up? I was out last weekend and was hoping to film some but I couldn't stop from freezing my batteries.. Get about 5 min of battery life..

[@venture4wd]

The Canon battery that came with my 80D seems to do quite well. It doesn't mind the cold so much. I have an off-brand battery as a backup, and that's a different story.

[@JeepingNet]

Oh good point I'll have to test that out.. I have 4 batteries 3 are generic off-brands I've never tested out if the canon battery does better. Thanks

[@BRollOffroad]

buy it nice or buy it twice! don't worry though, i never take my own advice 😂

[@moemoeattia2377]

good job

[@patriciakarichko438]

Noticed your Penna. plate. What part of Penna. are you from? I live in the Pgh. area. Who makes the camper top on your Jeep?

[@venture4wd]

I am from the Lancaster area, and a company called Ursa Minor makes my top. They have offices in San Diego and in Portland, Oregon.

[@BrentColflesh]

Please post your best Toilet Stove recipes!

[@hbalseiro]

Brent Colflesh we need a spin-off channel: Cooking on the Toilet w/Chris Shontz

[@venture4wd]

It's always Chunky.

[@RJ-bv2om]

I want same setup for my jeep but don't know how much it cost

[@vagabondexpedition]

Another great video. Reflectix isn't really an "insulation" unless used properly, and setting it up against the top walls isn't really the proper application - but that being said, I use it like that in my Jeep too and yes, it does help keep in some heat better than nothing. I might steal your ideal of Reflectix on the floor in your 'cubbies' for a project I'm working on. Great (and simple) idea. Oh, and here's a 'breakfast grilled cheese' sandwich for you to try sometime: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmOad3qJaaaXmMU

[@venture4wd]

Thanks! The Reflectix did help a little - mitigating drafts and whatnot - but I agree with your assessment. Thermal properties aside, it's really just a nice material to use for "stuff". Thanks for the breakfast grilled cheese!

[@herschelbox7743]

What was the name of those bungy straps?

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

GORGEOUS SCENERY ! DOES THE GOOSE GEAR MAKE NOISE WHILE YOU ARE ON YOUR JOURNEY ?

[@canuck9199]

Looks great. What camera gear do you use?

[@hereto246]

Cooking inside ??? !!!

[@windowclean100]

Yo if you don't want to slide things on the floor and use it park it in the garage put a cover over it and kiss it good night

[@takayama1638]

I take summer.

[@1111Overland]

Have you noticed how often you talk about Coffee? It’s a lot.

[@OverlandTT]

Does any Wrangler guy know what year Chris Jk is? Is the colour factory?

[@JenniferLangille]

Chris will chime in, but as he's driving at the moment :) I do know it's factory color. I think he actually talks about the year and color in the previous episode... ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH_Cm3SGndeLb6s) ... I should have had a better answer for you! He's only told me a few times now!

[@saev55]

iVlogBuzz I believe is a 2013

[@OverlandTT]

Awesome, thanks Jennifer. I follow you both on Instagram and you've inspired me to start looking for a WK unlimited, pretty rare in the UK though. If you have any hints and tips it would be much appreciated. All the best to you and Monty! Peter

[@venture4wd]

Hey Peter! It's a 2013, and the color is Orange Crush, from the factory. :)

[@OverlandTT]

It's absolutely gorgeous Chris! Hope you're doing well.

[@erichughes9098]

😎👍

[@nitroxide17]

Dude... You should eat more things then just sandwiches

[@ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441]

👍👍🇨🇦

[@theamerican383]

Your not in a survival situation lol. You Have everything anyone could ask for camping. Im pretty sure KZbin doesn't hand out academy awards, so save the drama. The videos would be awesome with out the over acting. Im not hating just saying what others are thinking. I love the fact your out and spending time in the jeep.

[@StellarTechnology]

2k on a plate system and no winch.... okay, okay.

[@thebenson1983]

OMG, toilet .really

[@robm5903]

Sell the jeep, buy a 4runner.... best decision i ever made

[@venture4wd]

I love 4Runners! What gen?

[@robm5903]

venture4wd i have a 05 sport

[@ryanhodges2296]

Chris is a Jeep guy though. Still think your "little" TJ with the Atlas was my favorite of your Jeeps.

[@zumezoom9593]

it looks very cluttered and uncomfortable. you could have designed it better through better planning. the goose looks like a waste of money